In this impactful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we welcome Cara Tuttle Bell—speaker, educator, and author of Drowning in Timidity. With nearly two decades of experience in higher education and women’s empowerment, Cara shares deep insights into why assertiveness is not just a skill but a form of self-respect. From navigating politeness as a social constraint to redefining strength with compassion, she offers practical tools for women to speak up, set boundaries, and reclaim agency in everyday interactions. This conversation is a powerful call to stop shrinking and start standing tall.
About the Guest: Cara Tuttle Bell is a speaker, advocate, and the author of Drowning in Timidity: Women, Politeness, and the Power of Assertive Living. With a background in law and nearly 20 years working in college campuses to advance gender equity and prevent harassment, Cara has empowered countless women to shed fear, break silence, and lead with clarity and courage.
Key Takeaways:
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Politeness can cross into self-silencing when it overrides our needs or safety.
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Assertiveness is a daily practice rooted in clear, compassionate communication—not aggression.
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Cultural conditioning deeply shapes women’s relationship with power, leadership, and voice.
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Small, consistent actions—like holding your ground in daily interactions—build long-term confidence.
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Books like Women Don’t Ask and Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office are strong starting points for inner work.
Connect with Cara Tuttle Bell: Learn more about Cara’s work at: https://www.caratuttlebell.com
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